Compass Behavioral Health
Our Team
Counselor, MLADC, CAMS II
Nelson Hayden
Nelson is a seasoned counselor with over a decade of experience in mental health and substance use disorder treatment. He holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Antioch University New England and has served in key roles, including Senior Counselor at Phoenix House and Project Director at Cheshire Medical Center. Nelson’s approach is rooted in empathy and respect, providing individualized, evidence-based care to help clients on their recovery journey. He started Compass Behavioral Health in Keene, NH.
Laurie Kristina Butz-Meyerrose
Counselor, LCMHC, MLADC, ACS
I believe that therapists help best when they don't just hear but actually listen to what their clients are saying. I would like to provide a sounding board; a place for people to actually be able to say out loud the things that they have been thinking; in that moment those clients can often answer their own questions. I would like to offer the opportunity to just talk; let's see if there's a rapport and if you feel that I can help you.
About Compass Behavioral Health
Compass Behavioral Health provides compassionate, evidence-based therapy for individuals navigating substance use, trauma, and co-occurring mental health challenges. Located in Keene, NH, our practice is built on the belief that every person deserves to be treated with empathy, dignity, and respect. We specialize in personalized care through approaches like EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT, and mindfulness-based interventions. Whether you're beginning your recovery journey or looking to address long-standing emotional challenges, we meet you where you are—with support that honors your autonomy and goals. We recognize that substance use disorders are complex medical conditions, not moral failings, and we collaborate with each client to build a treatment plan that supports meaningful, lasting change. At Compass Behavioral Health, our focus is on helping you reconnect with your values, reclaim your well-being, and take confident steps toward a more present, resilient life.